Summer fun in the emerald necklace

Its finally summer in the Cleveland area and time to get out into nature!  You can find urban vitality and stunning natural beauty within arm’s reach from homes in Cleveland and the surrounding areas.  One of the particular jewels of this area is the availability of the Cleveland Metroparks, also known as the Emerald Necklace.  And summer is the PERFECT time to take advantage of this natural beauty!

If you're not familiar with it, the so-called "Emerald Necklace" is a system of green area that circles around the Cleveland area like a “necklace” encompasses over 21,000 acres of trails, picnic spots, rivers, streams and natural education centers.  The Emerald Necklace gives Clevelanders plenty of space for summer recreation like biking, walking, horseback riding and fishing.  

For outdoor enthusiasts, to be able to live and play in this park area is a dream come true.  Parkview Homes is building nearby in The Woodlands and will soon be building in the Preserve at Parkside – both in close proximity to the Emerald Necklace.  These communities contain estate style homes in Brecksville with large square footage, beautiful nature views and large homesites.

The Woodlands of Brecksville and the Preserve at Parkside are situated in the perfect spot to enjoy the Emerald Necklace.  You can view the park area from many homesites and it is an easy bike or car ride to the trails.  So if you love nature, these Brecksville homes are an excellent place for you to live. 

These new homes in Brecksville range from 4,235 square feet to upwards of 5,660 square feet and can be built on lots going up to an acre.  All homes are fully customizable and come with lots of included upgrades like granite countertops, hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and 3-car garages.

Homes in The Woodlands and The Preserve start with a base price in the $500,000’s.  On your next trip out to the Emerald Necklace parks, visit our model at 10,212 Woodlands Drive in Brecksville and see what Emerald Necklace living is like!